PINECREST Location 9559 S Dixie Hwy Pinecrest, FL 33156…read moreWe visited this place today for the first time. The food was very tasty. The meat servers were so attentive and sweet. The hostess and waitress were unbelievably kind. The owner / manager was so delightful to speak with. Ok so normally I would not complain, but the music was uncomfortably loud. Other than the music being so loud we absolutely recommend this place hands down.

The second star was for the filet; only good piece of meat that came around…read more The place: tacky to the tenth degree. They charge you for your water, fyi. Music: obnoxious. This only thing Brazilian about this place is the mural on the wall. Yeah, do not come.

Sorry no photos in this dark lit dive bar lounge in SoMi. I miss the old layout but this place…read morenever disappoints. Tonight it was all about the special - Prime Rib Thursdays. Huge portions and perfect to share with your bestie. Come hungry and leave happy. Shout out to the 90s Power 96 Freestyle music! Pro tip: use Inkind app to pay and claim $25 off your bill.

We Tried this new place for us last night and the bartender completely ruined the experience. He…read morewas extremely rude. From the moment we sat down, the guy looked annoyed that we were there. Zero greeting, zero eye contact. We waited almost 10 minutes just to get acknowledged while he was chatting with another customers at the other end of the bar. When he finally took our order, he barely listened. I asked for a classic Old Fashioned and he brought me something that tasted like watered-down whiskey with too much bitters and a random orange slice thrown in. My friend's whiskey sour was unbalanced -- definitely not worth the $18 price tag. I politely mentioned to recommend us another drinks options he just shrugged and said "we don't have that" Not offer another choice or an apology. The drinks were mediocre at best, but his attitude made it worse. He ignored us most of the night and acted annoyed every time we ordered. Zero professionalism. The place has a great vibe but with service like this, is not worth to spend almost $200 dollars there for few drinks. I don't remember his name but he was tall, Latin and maybe from Colombia. We just wanted to report his behavior to management but in a Saturday's night you just don't want to ruined more. Next.

I came here with a friend after a nearby event. It was late at night, but let me tell you, this is…read morethe spot. It was my first time and it certainly won't be my last. So, let's get into it: I don't know about you, but the one thing I do not enjoy doing is driving and circling around, being lost, just to find an establishment. So, I love that this restaurant is so easy to find with good signage, lots of nearby parking, both street and lots. Anywho, once I parked, the manager Judd was so friendly and kind and directed me to the table where my friend was seated. He overheard that I was kind of speaking loud over the music when I barely had a voice due to losing it from another event, so he kindly turned down the music for us. Once there, service was quick and attentive. I got a Fresh Paloma for my drink and the Seared Salmon for dinner. The drink was a good size and tasted good, no complaints there. As for the dinner, WOW. This was delicious, I would get this again. The flavors were there and the portions were just perfect (not too much and not too little, I usually never get enough or leave with leftovers). Also, not overpriced for Miami in my opinion. Aside from that, I did try some of my friend's off-menu pasta and it was really yummy. Furthermore, they have great weekly specials: (Note, subject to change. Please check Instagram or call for Current Week): Tuesday: Burgers and Bottles, $10 Burgers and Half off Select Bottles of Wine Wednesday: Double Loyalty Points and Fire, Flour & Fizz ($12 Pizzas, $12 Aperol Spritz, $7 Prosecco, 5pm-close) Thursday Ladies Night: Complimentary Bubbly for Ladies 4pm-7pm Sunday: 10am-4pm Bloody Mary Bar Go check it out, I don't think you'll regret it. Let me know what you think! :)

Is it the best eatery in South Miami? Absolutely!…read more Operated by former Town Kitchen & Bar Executive Chef Michael Altman, this place serves elevated comfort food, steaks, and fabulous cocktails in a casual setting with an industrial decor! We went for dinner and everything we tried was delish starting from the snacks to the main course and the dessert of course! And don't skip on the cocktails. We loved the Lychee Martini, Paloma and especially the Old 57 which is their version of an Old Fashioned. It's open for weekend brunch, lunch, dinner, and they also have an amazing happy hour! What we ate: Thai Cauliflower Thai Pork Belly Stracciatella Cheese & Charcuterie Octopus Tacos 14 oz Stock Yards Prime Ribeye Branzino Two Chocolate Bread Pudding

I liked discovering this spot recently. Mi visit was not too long and I didn't try many things at…read moreall, hence why I'll need to return. Did get to enjoy some beers with friends, highly recommend their tostones, and was a bit disappointed with the burnt croquetas but they replaced them with better ones. It has a laid back feel, perfect for a date night (although I visited with girlfriends) and the service was good.

Poor service. Slow kitchen. Boring mid food. Loud…read more Only table in restaurant with our 3 top at 12pm on a Sunday. We ordered 3 brunch entrees. Everything arrived at different times. First entree came out in 10 minutes. 5-10 minutes later the second entree came (it was toasted bagels with their accompaniments on a tower... so like the easiest item ever). After waiting about 50 minutes total our final entree arrived... a breakfast pizza. So I guess don't go here if you intend to eat together? Or want hot food. No communication except at the 30 minute mark of waiting a random person came to tell us that the pizza was working. Our server abandoned us, so we never got a second round while waiting almost an hour for our food. She apparently was too busy taking the second table to walk in. No one apologized for the wait on food. None of what we ordered tasted good. I guess with cold food that's hard to judge though. My avocado toast had a full field of micro greens that covered up any other flavor it might have had. I'm sure the crowd of middle aged dinners appreciated the DJ though. Cuz this is Miami and that's how things are done. Slow, inconsiderate, and loud.

The drinks are amazing at bougainvillea best spot in Miami to go have fun with friends. The service…read moreis great always very nice bartenders and professional

I always have a great time here. However be careful when paying your tab and ask if tip was…read moreincluded. The couple dollars extra is not the point. The point is that when they give you the machine to pay it presents you to enter tip with no indication that it has been already added as gratuity. Last I checked gratuity and tip are the same. Isn't?

Omgggg, I debated coming here for over a year because I was worried it might be overhyped--but I'm…read moreso glad we finally went. It completely lived up to the hype. Everything was phenomenal, and our server, Catty, was wonderful. The crudo, croquettes, and beef tartare were absolute standouts--wow. The porterhouse was cooked to perfection, and every single side was incredible. You have to try the French onion mashed potatoes and the Brussels sprouts. We somehow still made room for dessert, and it was amazing too, even though we were sooo full. We had plenty of leftovers to take home! From the food to the service, everything was exceptional. Definitely Michelin-worthy in my opinion. Can't wait to come back!

Beauty & The Butcher exceeded every expectation! The ambiance was vibrant. From start to finish,…read moreevery dish was outstanding. The Red Shrimp was incredibly fresh and packed with flavor. The crab cake was hands down the best I've ever had-loaded with lump crab meat and full of amazing flavor with very little filler. The 16 oz New York Strip was cooked to absolute perfection: tender, juicy, and seasoned beautifully. The Hamachi Crudo was easily the best I've ever had, fresh, delicate, and perfectly balanced. The sides were just as impressive. The Brussels sprouts were delicious, and the French onion mashed potatoes were rich, creamy, and absolutely amazing. A special thank you to our server, Iryna, who made our dining experience even better. She was attentive, knowledgeable, friendly, and offered excellent recommendations throughout the meal. Her service was truly exceptional. If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience with incredible food and top-notch service, Beauty & The Butcher is a must visit! We can't wait to come back.

Smoke & Barrel is easily one of the best cigar lounges in the area. The atmosphere strikes the…read moreperfect balance between upscale and welcoming, making it a great place whether you're a seasoned cigar smoker or just getting into the hobby. If you appreciate good cigars, good company, and a great environment, Smoke & Barrel is absolutely worth visiting. I'll definitely be coming back.

Over the years, cigar bars have become some of the most elegant bars with a relaxed atmosphere,…read morecomfortable couches, and an exquisite selection of spirits. At a time when large sports bars are everywhere, it is nice to get away at times and enjoy the comforts of these lounges, even if you are an non-smoker. Somehow the air may seem even cleaner than your average bar. Smoke & Narrel Cigar Lounge in downtown Dadeland has been trying to make a name for itself by hosting free spirit tasting every Wednesday night. What started with tasting of different brands of whiskey and burbon has now extended to tequila, rum, wine, and now Pisco. Every week, a representative from a spirit brand gives details about what makes their brand special, provides a brief explanation on the history and the distillation process, and you can taste different varieties of their spirit, all free of charge. I try not to miss these events as I find them informative and educational, and i also get to try brands that I may not be that familiar with. It is an experience that is worth an hour or two of my Wednesday nights

I went to Bar Bella with a large group of people and had a great time. It was a Thursday night and…read morewasn't that busy. The ambiance was nice. The music was a little loud for a large group to be able to hear each other but it was nice, otherwise, and I could still hear everyone seated right around me. I ordered the Squid Ink pasta which had crab, and I was delicious! My friend had the pumpkin gnocchi which I also tried and that was good. The drinks were great, and the server was friendly. I would definitely go back!

Cute lil place in the heart of south miami. Was walking around looking for a quick bite and a nice…read moredrinky drink and I would this cute place. If i see bacon wrapped dates on a menu I will always order it. I was a bit skeptical when I saw them sitting on a tomato sauce but wow, the flavors blended perfectly. I also had the "skipped abs for this" cocktail and it was delicious. Service at the bar was great, will definitely come back and try different tapas

This place is a gem! Awesome ambiance and great cocktails . The staff is super friendly and look…read moreforward to coming back. Highly recommend!

You will not be disappointed. Great service and knowledge of spirits - great energy. Our party was…read morea great success! Will highly recommend!

We had a gr8 time w/ fantastic music. From Latin to Michael Buble there was tunes for everyone the…read moreworld go round.

South Miami seems to abound with venues that will throw you into the Twilight Zone. One of such…read morewould be this Elk's Lodge, and not really because of the architecture, but because of the location and the name attached to the building: The Elk's Lodge, located on Elk Lodge Street. Besides the bizarreness, the Elk Lodge is just a hang out. It has two large conference rooms, well, one very large ballroom, and a small conference type room that is attached to a pool room (or billiards), which connects to a very nice bar. Actually, you could go into the bar, then to the pool room (or billiards), then to the conference room. About the bar, it is nice. It is well stocked, with nice top shelf bottles on every shelf. Yes, not a bad dispenser of hard drinks, beer and wine. There are some tables with chairs scattered around, and stools at the bar counter. I could go into detail, but why? Just take my word for it, it's a nice bar. With that said, well, I don't really come here for the drinks, the bar, the old timers that hang out here, or the pool tables. I actually come to the large ballroom. This very large space hosts many events, but the one I particularly attend is the Tai Chi lessons organized by the Taoist Tai Chi Society of the USA (USA! USA!). These classes are offered in the mornings and in the afternoons, for beginners and for experienced practitioners alike. Different instructors teach here, and all are very knowledgeable, and nice, if I could drop a compliment. This ballroom also hosts others events, meet ups, dance lessons, even movie soirees. There is a lot going on at this place. My point is... if you plan events, you may want to check out this place. And if you are looking for Tai Chi lessons, look no further. You will be challenged in many different way if you sign up with the Taoists. Believe me, you will be challenged.